Valrhona 35% Azelia - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS – Indulgent Hazelnut Bliss

Indulge in the luxurious Valrhona 35% Azelia - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS, a masterful blend of roasted hazelnuts and smooth milk chocolate. Part of Valrhona’s Gourmet Creation range, this couverture evokes childhood nostalgia with its velvety texture, warm brown hue, and rich notes of toasted hazelnuts, cocoa, and sweet milk, reminiscent of a creamy chocolate spread. Perfect for professional chocolatiers, pastry chefs, or home bakers, it’s ideal for milk chocolate dessert recipes like ganaches, bonbons, and mousses.

Why Choose Valrhona Azelia 35%?

• Premium Quality: Composed of 35% cocoa (26.2% cocoa butter, 9.5% cocoa beans), sugar (29.5%), whole milk powder (14.3%), hazelnuts (13.6%), dried skimmed milk (6.4%), sunflower lecithin (0.4%), and natural vanilla extract (0.1%), offering a creamy, nutty profile. Roasted hazelnut and chocolatey notes. Certified B Corp, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, and Kosher Dairy (Triangle K).
• Versatile Use: Ideal for molding, coating, ganaches, mousses, cremeux, ice creams, sorbets, and bars. Perfect for chocolate ganache recipes or as a gianduja alternative in feve form. Pairs with exotic fruits, coffee, biscuit, caramel, or puffed cereal.
• Distinctive Flavor: Combines indulgent hazelnut and cocoa with a light, creamy finish, awakening nostalgic memories while appealing to sophisticated palates, ideal for gourmet chocolate recipes.
• Convenient Size: 3KG (6.6lb) bag of feves (discs) ensures easy melting for bulk pastry needs. Tempering: Melt at 45-48°C (113-118°F), crystallize at 27-28°C (81-82°F), work at 29-30°C (84-86°F). Store at 14-16°C (57-60°F).
• Dietary Note: Contains milk and hazelnuts; may contain traces of gluten or other nuts. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent fat bloom, which is safe but may dull appearance.

Effortless Gourmet Creations

Melt Valrhona Azelia 35% feves for a silky chocolate ganache or glossy bonbon coating. Its nutty richness shines in mousses, ice creams, or hazelnut chocolate bars, with customers praising its indulgent flavor and versatility, though some note its premium price. Pair with mango, coffee, or puffed cereal for creative desserts, or use in chocolate tart recipes for a nostalgic twist. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 12 months, using cold packaging in warm weather to avoid bloom.

Why Valrhona?

Since 1922, Valrhona, founded by Pastry Chef Albéric Guironnet in Tain L’Hermitage, France, has crafted artisan chocolates with complex flavors. A certified B Corp since 2020, Valrhona sources high-quality cocoa and nuts, ensuring sustainable practices and traceability. Azelia’s unique hazelnut-chocolate blend, developed through research-based co-creation, makes it a chef’s favorite for high-end pastry creations.

Order Now & Craft Nostalgic Masterpieces!

Transform your desserts with Valrhona 35% Azelia - Milk Chocolate Couverture, 3KG/6.6LBS. Perfect for hazelnut chocolate recipes or indulgent confections, this couverture delivers unmatched warmth and sophistication. Buy now and create unforgettable gourmet experiences!